Male Therapists in Martinez, CA

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Sterling Funk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience in my field. I have mostly worked with clients in Southern California, but my formal training started in Mexico City. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, internet addictions, and coming-of-age difficulties.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 10 years of experience in my field. I have mostly worked with clients in Southern California, but my formal training started in Mexico City. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, internet addictions, and coming-of-age difficulties.
(916) 866-7940 View (916) 866-7940
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Jeffrey Hartwig
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
I began counseling youth in public school districts. My present clinical therapy work using CBT, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, involves assisting adult individuals with developing insights and coping skills, overcoming PTSD, anger, anxiety, and depression, and moving past grief, trauma, and loss. My clients include a diverse population within the entertainment industry, medical professionals, social services, and military personnel. In addition, I've also worked with athletes to strengthen their mental focus.
I began counseling youth in public school districts. My present clinical therapy work using CBT, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, involves assisting adult individuals with developing insights and coping skills, overcoming PTSD, anger, anxiety, and depression, and moving past grief, trauma, and loss. My clients include a diverse population within the entertainment industry, medical professionals, social services, and military personnel. In addition, I've also worked with athletes to strengthen their mental focus.
(805) 301-9408 View (805) 301-9408
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Vincent Buhagiar
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
While much of my work is with male identified clients around toxic masculinity, I find that the work I do with wo men is healing in a deep and meaningful way.
Not your daddy’s therapist - $190 per 50min session. If you are looking for a therapist just like every other, then keep looking. I am holistic, young, experimental, polyamorous, extremely open-minded, spiritual, transpersonal, neurodiverse, weird, provocative, quirky, heteroflexible, and a sparkle of queer. My life's work focuses on the deconstruction of social norms including gender, masculinity/femininity, mononormativity, sexuality, professionalism, and mental health as a whole. Therapy is not a one size fits all kind of gig. I customize the way I work to match the needs, strengths, and limitations of each individual client.
While much of my work is with male identified clients around toxic masculinity, I find that the work I do with wo men is healing in a deep and meaningful way.
Not your daddy’s therapist - $190 per 50min session. If you are looking for a therapist just like every other, then keep looking. I am holistic, young, experimental, polyamorous, extremely open-minded, spiritual, transpersonal, neurodiverse, weird, provocative, quirky, heteroflexible, and a sparkle of queer. My life's work focuses on the deconstruction of social norms including gender, masculinity/femininity, mononormativity, sexuality, professionalism, and mental health as a whole. Therapy is not a one size fits all kind of gig. I customize the way I work to match the needs, strengths, and limitations of each individual client.
(925) 403-4770 View (925) 403-4770
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Eliot Schain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MFA
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
I work with adults, teens, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, and the inability to effectively communicate. With individuals, I help reframe challenges and liberate talents, especially in men alienated from the economy and meaningful purpose. I taught for years in a high school, and thus am comfortable working with adolescents. My orientation is eclectic, however I draw mostly from psychodynamic and relational theory, as well as CBT techniques. I find these approaches complementary, even necessary to establish a holistic treatment plan.
I work with adults, teens, and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, and the inability to effectively communicate. With individuals, I help reframe challenges and liberate talents, especially in men alienated from the economy and meaningful purpose. I taught for years in a high school, and thus am comfortable working with adolescents. My orientation is eclectic, however I draw mostly from psychodynamic and relational theory, as well as CBT techniques. I find these approaches complementary, even necessary to establish a holistic treatment plan.
(510) 296-5537 View (510) 296-5537
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Harry Jakobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
My name is Harry Jakobson 72495. My approach to therapy is to help people heal and work through their life experiences. My expertise is working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients of all ages. My experience comes from working in rural communities, providing 10 years of psychotherapy, training other clinicians, and providing integrative care. I use CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed CBT, brain-spotting, EMDR, play therapy, and other modalities. Client centered communication. I focus on your needs for healing and change in your life.
My name is Harry Jakobson 72495. My approach to therapy is to help people heal and work through their life experiences. My expertise is working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients of all ages. My experience comes from working in rural communities, providing 10 years of psychotherapy, training other clinicians, and providing integrative care. I use CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed CBT, brain-spotting, EMDR, play therapy, and other modalities. Client centered communication. I focus on your needs for healing and change in your life.
(949) 867-7967 View (949) 867-7967
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Wyatt Darling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
I am Wyatt Darling, a licensed psychotherapist with a BBS in California. Previously employed at SpaceX as their in-house psychotherapist and Mindfulness Instructor, I provide helpful and supportive approaches to life's challenges. I give step-by-step guidance on how to improve communication, relationships, and mindset agility; motivating and inspiring individuals to live their best life.
I am Wyatt Darling, a licensed psychotherapist with a BBS in California. Previously employed at SpaceX as their in-house psychotherapist and Mindfulness Instructor, I provide helpful and supportive approaches to life's challenges. I give step-by-step guidance on how to improve communication, relationships, and mindset agility; motivating and inspiring individuals to live their best life.
(323) 601-0693 View (323) 601-0693
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Jose Antonio Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553
Hello, my name is Antonio Rodriguez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I like to use a compassionate and collaborative approach to serve as a guide in this journey. I enjoy working with youth, teens, and young adults. I use an eclectic approach when providing therapy and work towards meeting each client where they are at. Some of the theoretical approaches that guide my practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, Trauma-focused, Solutions-Based, and Hu manistic. I enjoy working with youth, teenagers, and young adults. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD.
Hello, my name is Antonio Rodriguez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I like to use a compassionate and collaborative approach to serve as a guide in this journey. I enjoy working with youth, teens, and young adults. I use an eclectic approach when providing therapy and work towards meeting each client where they are at. Some of the theoretical approaches that guide my practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, Trauma-focused, Solutions-Based, and Hu manistic. I enjoy working with youth, teenagers, and young adults. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD.
(951) 482-8781 View (951) 482-8781
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Kevin Bunch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 326-6612 View (925) 326-6612
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Michael Cornwall
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinez, CA 94553
Not accepting new clients
Please note: I will not be available for consulting with prospective new clients or others by phone or email until after November 1, 2024. I have 45 years experience helping people feel better about themselves, and working through the pain and self doubt that is holding them back in life. We all need a caring, supportive person at times who listens and is genuinely concerned about our well being. When that happens new possibilities for happiness that seemed lost or forgotten can emerge to our delight and relief. For years I've led workshops and conferences at Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California on compassion oriented therapy.
Please note: I will not be available for consulting with prospective new clients or others by phone or email until after November 1, 2024. I have 45 years experience helping people feel better about themselves, and working through the pain and self doubt that is holding them back in life. We all need a caring, supportive person at times who listens and is genuinely concerned about our well being. When that happens new possibilities for happiness that seemed lost or forgotten can emerge to our delight and relief. For years I've led workshops and conferences at Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California on compassion oriented therapy.
(707) 222-4064 View (707) 222-4064

More Therapists Nearby

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Art Wagner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, PCC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, CA 94549
Whether anxiety, depression, grief, stress, perfor mance...clients often report feeling stuck. I work with clients to help them get untangled from false or misleading beliefs they have developed over a lifetime so they can become who they are, and not who (even well intending) others want them to be. I walk with my clients down their path of personal meaning, and support them with compassion, empathy, and care, as they open up to the experience of strong emotions that may have been hindering them throughout their personal development.
Whether anxiety, depression, grief, stress, perfor mance...clients often report feeling stuck. I work with clients to help them get untangled from false or misleading beliefs they have developed over a lifetime so they can become who they are, and not who (even well intending) others want them to be. I walk with my clients down their path of personal meaning, and support them with compassion, empathy, and care, as they open up to the experience of strong emotions that may have been hindering them throughout their personal development.
(925) 397-2251 View (925) 397-2251
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John Choy
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Pittsburg, CA 94565
Hi, I'm Dr. John Choy! I'm a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, & Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor based in Redondo Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals and couples and specialize in solution-focused therapy for resolving personal issues/distress and interpersonal discord, actualizing your immense potential to overcome any obstacle, and becoming all you were created to be.
Hi, I'm Dr. John Choy! I'm a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, & Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor based in Redondo Beach, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals and couples and specialize in solution-focused therapy for resolving personal issues/distress and interpersonal discord, actualizing your immense potential to overcome any obstacle, and becoming all you were created to be.
(925) 275-5610 View (925) 275-5610
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Michael Keesey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
18 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Feeling stuck, immobilized and unable to change your life? What's holding you back from being your best self? Through a behavioral lens we work together to identify the behaviors and patterns that are holding you back from your goals and systematically relearn healthy patterns and coping mechanisms that will empower you to make the best decisions for yourself, your relationships or your family. I work from a person centered approach creating a safe space where we work together to help determine your needs and goals.
Feeling stuck, immobilized and unable to change your life? What's holding you back from being your best self? Through a behavioral lens we work together to identify the behaviors and patterns that are holding you back from your goals and systematically relearn healthy patterns and coping mechanisms that will empower you to make the best decisions for yourself, your relationships or your family. I work from a person centered approach creating a safe space where we work together to help determine your needs and goals.
(925) 267-6286 View (925) 267-6286
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Bill Fox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Bill Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Masters in Social Work. Bill has decades of experience in hospitals, prisons, and with parolees in private practice. He offers psychodynamic/neuropsychiatric point of view, good active listening, and compassion. Bill is excellent at boundary maintenance and understanding. Outside of work, Bill enjoys music, piano, ocean kayaking, hiking, and poetry.
Bill Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Masters in Social Work. Bill has decades of experience in hospitals, prisons, and with parolees in private practice. He offers psychodynamic/neuropsychiatric point of view, good active listening, and compassion. Bill is excellent at boundary maintenance and understanding. Outside of work, Bill enjoys music, piano, ocean kayaking, hiking, and poetry.
(925) 693-7274 View (925) 693-7274
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Richard Carley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Concord, CA 94523
I have been a licensed psychologist in California since 2009 with a Ph.D. from American University in Washington, D.C., in 2006. I have been seeing clients in various clinical capacities since 1998. I enjoy working with clients from a broad range of backgrounds presenting with an array of clinical issues like anxiety, depression, coping skills, self esteem, relationship issues, and more. My approach to therapy is a combination of Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. This combination focuses on establishing a secure client relationship while applying validated techniques for positive therapeutic change.
I have been a licensed psychologist in California since 2009 with a Ph.D. from American University in Washington, D.C., in 2006. I have been seeing clients in various clinical capacities since 1998. I enjoy working with clients from a broad range of backgrounds presenting with an array of clinical issues like anxiety, depression, coping skills, self esteem, relationship issues, and more. My approach to therapy is a combination of Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. This combination focuses on establishing a secure client relationship while applying validated techniques for positive therapeutic change.
(657) 366-5778 View (657) 366-5778
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Don L Mathews
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597  (Online Only)
We are a host site for the next Diagnostic and Statistical Manuel for Mental Health (DSM 5).
If your sexual behavior is out of control and destructive. We have helped more than 2,000 sex addicts and their partners. We are the oldest,since 1985,and largest sex addiction treatment center in N. California. Don't let your shame keep you stuck. This is our specialty.
We are a host site for the next Diagnostic and Statistical Manuel for Mental Health (DSM 5).
If your sexual behavior is out of control and destructive. We have helped more than 2,000 sex addicts and their partners. We are the oldest,since 1985,and largest sex addiction treatment center in N. California. Don't let your shame keep you stuck. This is our specialty.
(925) 263-9552 View (925) 263-9552
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Jeff Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orinda, CA 94563
My intent is to help you deal with problems you're facing and lead a more fulfilling life. I have a strong track record of helping people overcome difficulty, struggle and confusion in their lives. I'll work to help you discover a new way of experiencing yourself in the world. I use an integrative mind/body approach to psychotherapy in facilitating change toward contentment and vitality. I work with couples and individuals around issues of intimacy, self-worth, life transition, purpose and spiritual inquiry. My style is collaborative, engaged and supportive.
My intent is to help you deal with problems you're facing and lead a more fulfilling life. I have a strong track record of helping people overcome difficulty, struggle and confusion in their lives. I'll work to help you discover a new way of experiencing yourself in the world. I use an integrative mind/body approach to psychotherapy in facilitating change toward contentment and vitality. I work with couples and individuals around issues of intimacy, self-worth, life transition, purpose and spiritual inquiry. My style is collaborative, engaged and supportive.
(510) 548-4950 View (510) 548-4950
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Andrew R Blair
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Orinda, CA 94563
From there we will use mindfulness and ACT to develop a more open and willing stance to lean into the full range of hu man experience.
I work primarily with high preforming athletes, artists, and creative types looking to find balance and live a richer more meaningful life. If painful or uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, memories or sensations are getting in the way of you moving toward what matters I will work with you to develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself and find peace of mind. I work with people struggling with anxiety, men's issues, relationship and work stress, unresolved trauma/grief, and life transitions. I help clients get in touch with their core values, develop mindfulness, so they can slow down and choose meaningful action.
From there we will use mindfulness and ACT to develop a more open and willing stance to lean into the full range of hu man experience.
I work primarily with high preforming athletes, artists, and creative types looking to find balance and live a richer more meaningful life. If painful or uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, memories or sensations are getting in the way of you moving toward what matters I will work with you to develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself and find peace of mind. I work with people struggling with anxiety, men's issues, relationship and work stress, unresolved trauma/grief, and life transitions. I help clients get in touch with their core values, develop mindfulness, so they can slow down and choose meaningful action.
(925) 854-4802 View (925) 854-4802
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Bijan Madjlessi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595  (Online Only)
Many individuals aspire to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, yet often find themselves trapped in a cycle of confusion, anxiety, depression, anger, feelings of worthlessness, and hopelessness. It is precisely during these challenging times that reaching out for support becomes essential. I firmly believe that by equipping ourselves with healthy coping mechanisms and formulating a practical plan for daily life, we can cultivate the life we aspire to lead.
Many individuals aspire to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, yet often find themselves trapped in a cycle of confusion, anxiety, depression, anger, feelings of worthlessness, and hopelessness. It is precisely during these challenging times that reaching out for support becomes essential. I firmly believe that by equipping ourselves with healthy coping mechanisms and formulating a practical plan for daily life, we can cultivate the life we aspire to lead.
(213) 493-8078 View (213) 493-8078
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Brannon La Force, LPC & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hercules, CA 94547  (Online Only)
I've seen many lives changed over the years through collaborative and heart felt work.
I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I am currently seeing clients exclusively via telemedicine (secure video platform). I am able to see clients in Texas, Kansas, Alabama, and California.
I've seen many lives changed over the years through collaborative and heart felt work.
I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I am currently seeing clients exclusively via telemedicine (secure video platform). I am able to see clients in Texas, Kansas, Alabama, and California.
(469) 804-6044 x700 View (469) 804-6044 x700
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Ari Neubauer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, CA 94549
Like many therapists working today, I have a preferred modality (Somatic Therapy, which includes Internal Family Systems and more), but am happy to customize my approach to your unique needs.
Life is full of invisible challenges, and so often life and the people around us are moving too fast to stop and explore what we're really dealing with. Therapy is a place where those hidden struggles, griefs, mental and physical health obstacles, longings and also hopes for the future can all be nurtured thoughtfully between therapist and client.
Like many therapists working today, I have a preferred modality (Somatic Therapy, which includes Internal Family Systems and more), but am happy to customize my approach to your unique needs.
Life is full of invisible challenges, and so often life and the people around us are moving too fast to stop and explore what we're really dealing with. Therapy is a place where those hidden struggles, griefs, mental and physical health obstacles, longings and also hopes for the future can all be nurtured thoughtfully between therapist and client.
(925) 515-4462 View (925) 515-4462
Male Therapists

As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?

There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.

How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?

Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?

Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?

Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.